So you've decided to give the whole green thing a go, but where should you start? As a recent convert myself, I have put together a list of the products that I have quickly come to adore. These essentials are both fabulous and affordable. While you certainly don't have to relinquish that death grip on your favorite lipstick, finding cleaner alternatives for the products that you use frequently and over the greatest surface area of your skin will have the most impact. There are so many amazing natural products on the market, you will find plenty of healthy holy grails in no time!
Acure Organics: If you are looking for affordable, clean products that you can feel good about using, Acure Organics will quickly become your standby. While their scents seem to be polarizing, I haven't encountered any deal breakers. The Argan Cell Stimulating Body Wash has a light almond scent and lathers like a champion. I also recommend the Volume Shampoo and Moisturizing Root Repair Hair Mask. I have very fine, limp hair that tangles easily and this minty duo leaves my hair hydrated with just the right amount of bounce. (Body Wash $9.99; Shampoo $9.99; Hair Mask $12.99)
100% Pure: I am not fussy when it comes to lotion, but 100% Pure's Body Cream is a great everyday basic for my notoriously dry skin. It has a silky, smooth texture and doesn't leave me feeling like a grease ball. I enjoy the Vanilla Bean scent, but there are several others to choose from. ($19.00)
Hurraw!: Luxuriously creamy, moisturizing, vegan, AND organic? These lip balms from Hurraw! tick all of the boxes and then some. Did I mention that they are available in flavors like Grapefruit and Coffee Bean? Seriously, the scent alone is so yummy that you'll be tempted to take a bite out of one of these babies! ($3.79-$4.29)
Hugo Naturals: I work in a lab environment, so I am constantly washing my hands. The Liquid Hand Soaps from Hugo Naturals contain pure coconut oil, olive oil, shea butter, and aloe extract, without any sulfates, parabens, or other harsh ingredients. ($7.99)
Badger: Researching the ingredients found in traditional sunscreens is daunting and quite confusing. Badger Sunscreens are comprised of uncoated, non-nano zinc oxide. To translate, these are physical sunscreens made of minerals that are too large to penetrate the skin. Also worth noting is that these sunscreens are thick and require some serious effort to rub into the skin. Take comfort in knowing that your arms will be ripped by the end of summer :) Click here for more information about the science behind Badger Sunscreen. ($15.99)
The Green Beaver Company: You should know upfront that you are probably not going to like natural toothpaste at first. My biggest complaint is usually that my teeth never feel fully clean, but I also dislike the funky aftertaste. However, the Toothpastes from the The Green Beaver Company have a good consistency and are available in a diverse range of flavors; I am currently enjoying Zesty Orange. Additionally, because these toothpastes contain silica and calcium carbonate, they have enough grit to actually polish your teeth. ($5.99)
What are your affordable green beauty faves?
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Sebum is a lipid mixture of triglycerides, wax monoesters, free fatty acids, squalene, and cellular debris that is secreted by the sebaceous glands. Sebaceous glands occur in high numbers on your face and scalp, but can be found all over your body except for the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet. These glands, which are usually connected to hair follicles, deposit sebum onto hair for it to be brought to the skin's surface along the hair shaft.
Why is it important?
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Description
This cleansing oil is a mixture of, you guessed it, oils, as well as Tata Harper's Estate Grown Beauty Complex, an herb blend of skin goodies. The viscosity of this oil is on point! The consistency is such that it doesn't start to run down into your eyes and mouth as you are massaging it into your skin; and it isn't so thick that it is impossible to wash off. I also like the fact that it doesn't leave a greasy residue behind, just silky, moisturized skin. The scent is floral, but not overpowering.
Application
At the end of the day, I want to remove my makeup as quickly and effectively as possible so that I can finally crawl into bed. Being a dry-skinned girl, I enjoy using products that leave my skin feeling plump and hydrated. As the first step in my nighttime skincare routine, I apply one pump of Tata Harper's Nourishing Oil Cleanser and gently work it over my skin to breakdown my makeup. I then use a damp konjac sponge (I like this one) to create an emulsion that helps remove my makeup and dissolve any buildup in my pores. I hold the sponge over each eye for about 10-15 seconds before gently working my mascara away. I then go back in with another pump of the Nourishing Oil Cleanser and massage it into my skin using upward, circular motions. After that, I rinse my face with water and dry off before proceeding with the remainder of my lotions and potions.
Wrap-up
I have really been enjoying this cleansing oil and I would definitely repurchase it in the future. While it may not be the best option for oily or acne-prone skin, I find that this oil has been ideal for my dry, dehydrated skin throughout the winter months. True to its name, this oil is incredibly nourishing and lush. My skin is left feeling clean, hydrated, and balanced. This oil also breaks down makeup effortlessly and removes mascara without any trouble. My only complaint with this product is that the pump seems to be a bit finicky. I have to apply a lot of force to depress the plunger, which often causes the oil to blast out of the bottle without warning. It's not a major deal, but frustrating if you are not prepared for it. At $68 for 4.1 fl. oz. (125 ml), Tata Harper's Nourishing Oil Cleanser is quite a splurge. However, if you are looking to pamper yourself or someone else, this product is truly luxurious and packed full of natural, nutrient-rich ingredients that you can feel good about using.
Have you tried the Nourishing Oil Cleanser from Tata Harper?
There seems to be a dangerous misconception that products deemed as natural, green, or organic are automatically healthy and safe. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Cyanide is natural, but I don’t plan on adding a big spoonful to my daily cup of tea. The truth is that there are so many new ingredients introduced to the market each year, usage and interaction data is sparse. I chose to say ingredients and not chemicals because somehow chemical has become a dirty word. This is also a confused notion. Everything is made up of chemicals and whether they are naturally occurring or man-made does not inherently speak to their safety. To quote a basic principle of toxicology, “The dose makes the poison.” Even products that are generally accepted as harmless, such as vitamins, can lose their safety and effectiveness when used in the wrong amounts or in combination with the wrong things. There are also regulatory shortcomings that make it nearly impossible to decipher the standards, or lack thereof, that need to be upheld for a product to be labeled as natural. In fact, the FDA recently reached out to the public for aid in defining the term natural on food labeling (Follow this link to send the FDA your thoughts on the matter – Comments will be accepted until May 10, 2016).
If there are research gaps regarding the type, amount, and duration of exposure that make products harmful, how are consumers supposed to discern what’s actually safe to use? In the current state of affairs, I think that we each are responsible for doing our own due diligence. Sadly, no one should accept that a product is safe just because it says natural or organic all over the packaging. Do your research, ask questions, and make some noise when something doesn’t seem right. Personally, I try stay away from overly processed products and limit my use of any one specific item because today’s miracle ingredient could very well be on tomorrow’s warning lists. It is critical to remember that this is your health on the line; it is precious and should never be taken for granted.
With perhaps the most stunning packaging on the market, Kjaer Weis Cream Foundation has caught the attention of beauty lovers everywhere. Made of white bronze, these refillable compacts are both sturdy and sustainable. Unfortunately, they are also quite pricey. At $68 for 0.123 oz. (7.5 g) of product, this foundation is an investment. However, if you don't mind foregoing the gorgeous compact, Kjaer Weis Cream Foundation Refills can be purchased for the slightly less breathtaking price of $40 and can easily be popped into a Z Palette.
Finish
Although this cream foundation is silky to the touch, it is also quite firm. The first time that I used this product, I felt like I really had to show my brush who's boss in order to pick up any foundation. Needless to say, I have now resorted to using a Beauty Blender and I find that it works perfectly. The semi-matte finish of this product is reminiscent of a cream-to-powder formulation, but I find that this foundation remains dewy on my dry skin throughout hours of wear.
Kjaer Weis Cream Foundation in Lightness
Application
Moisturized skin is key to the successful application of this foundation. I recommend a light beauty oil, but a generous amount of your favorite moisturizer should do the trick. After my moisturizer has had a minute or two to sink in, I just bounce a thin layer of this foundation on with a Beauty Blender and then go back in with my fingers to conceal the darkness underneath my eyes. What I enjoy most about this foundation is that it takes so little effort to look phenomenal. Because it is so quick and easy to apply, this foundation is also compatible with my morning "get out the door dash." I even find myself admiring how beautifully, airbrushed my skin looks throughout the workday (commence happy dance!!).
Wearing Kjaer Weis Cream Foundation in Lightness as a base
Ingredients
Mica, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Oil•, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil•, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch•, Cera Alba•, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax•, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil•, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil•, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Stearate, Talc, Gallic Acid
May Contain +/- CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491(Iron Oxides), CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77492 (Iron Oxides)
• organically grownWrap-Up
This is an incredibly luxurious foundation and I find that it wears exceptionally well. My skin doesn't dry out or get greasy throughout the day, and the finish remains even and flawless. The coverage is easily buildable and I love that I can conceal by adding just a touch more product. Additionally, this foundation blends well with other products, especially other creams, but also plays nicely with the powders that I have tested out. This is not the most hydrating foundation on my naturally dry skin, but a generous application of moisturizer prior to use really helps. Overall, I am quite pleased with the performance of the Kjaer Weis Cream Foundation and I plan on keeping it as a staple in my makeup arsenal.
Have you tried Kjaer Weis Cream Foundation?
The texture of this highlighter is exactly what I look for in mineral products. It is perfectly balanced between being powdery and silky, but doesn't come off as dusty or chalky. The shimmer of this product is outstanding, with gold metallic veining streaked throughout a glimmering beige. This highlighter imparts a sophisticated, luminous glow that gives life to my pale complexion, but will also look stunning blended onto darker skin tones.
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